Kris Fay

I'm Kris Fay, a writer, travel expert, web designer and public relations professional based in Vancouver, Washington.

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Electronic Communications Coordinator responsible for keeping Evergreen Public Schools 'in front' of as many parents and community members as possible. Also responsible for creating a working intranet site and streamlining internal communications with those working in the 37 school buildings. Web designer with experience in growing and developing sites on both small and large scales. Experience with large networks of sites all designed to share information and operate with minimal staff. Plenty of time spent managing projects and directing third party developers to complete tasks in a timely manner. Great working directly with clients on all aspects of project planning and execution. Looking for an opportunity to grow more projects beyond the status quo and find innovative ways to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to site design and technology.

Electronic Communications Coordinator at Evergreen Public Schools

April 2010 - September 2011

Redesigned and deployed a new public website and intranet using Microsoft SharePoint technology. Created social media policy for use by the district's personnel. Monitored and administered the district's email newsletters and social media for internal and external use. Wrote stories for the district's quarterly newsletter to voters.

Internet Director at Rose City Radio

January 2000 - April 2010

Oversaw all Internet operations for NewsRadio 750 KXL, Jammin 95.5, SportsRadio 95.5 The Game and the Radio Northwest Network.

Webmaster, Internet Director at Rose City Radio/Alpha Broadcasting

January 2000 - April 2010

Design and maintenance for KXL.com, JamminFM.com and 955thegame.com, including graphics, HTML and ASP languages and other news related software. Responsibilities also include writing and researching daily news stories in conjunction with reporters from NewsRadio 750 KXL and 95.5 The Game (formerly Jammin 95.5). Brand development for all sites through cross promotion with other websites and weekly e-mail newsletters. Collaborating with station account executives to design unique digital opportunities for their clients that work in conjunction with all other forms of media. Worked extensively with local direct clients and agency buyers to experience firsthand how the different advertising mediums can work together.

Oregon Editor and Sales Executive at PNGA Media, Golf Northwest Magazine

January 2000 - January 2005

2007 to 2008 Developed and wrote content for monthly golf publication, as well as the quarterly Pacific Northwest Golf Association magazine and websites. Sold print ads and developed marketing campaigns for client courses, resorts and lodging partners throughout Oregon. Currently writing on a free-lance basis.

Public Information Coordinator at Evergreen Public Schools

October 2011

Owner at Northwest Golf Adventures

January 2002

Northwest Golf Adventures is a web-based travel service offering golf packages and trip planning to travelers visiting the Pacific Northwest. ***** Created company to market golf trips and packages to groups from outside the region, catering to small and medium sized groups. Designed website, marketing material, mass market e-mail pieces and built opt-in mailing list for golf enthusiasts. Attended trade shows to promote products and golf in the region. Successfully integrated Twitter, Facebook and other forms of Internet promotion to make the site visible to potential customers.

Writer at Golf Northwest & Pacific Northwest Golfer Magazine

April 2000

Wrote course and equipment reviews, interviewed golfers from around the region, planned editorial for monthly and quarterly publications, and sold advertising to regional clients.

Lewis and Clark College

1994 – 1998

Bachelors of Arts

Concentration: History and English

Activities: Cross country, golf team, track, student newspaper

Golf, marketing, social media, reading, writing, travel